Did you know that one in four Americans live with a disability?
At Deako, we want to change the way the world connects with their home by making the smart home effortless for everyone.
Our modular smart and simple light switches offer accessible, easy home customization with future-proof, cost-effective upgrades that anyone can install.
Discover how Deako’s innovative lighting solutions can enhance the lives of people with short and long-term disabilities, empowering them to live more independently.
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Physical Disabilities
Physical disabilities encompass a range of conditions that limit an individual’s physical function or mobility, including impairments due to injury, chronic conditions, or congenital disabilities. Examples include arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injuries and chronic pain conditions.
Mobility Impairments
Deako light switches are designed to assist individuals with mobility impairments by providing various control options. Integration with voice control systems like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant allows users to manage their lights without needing to physically touch a switch. For those who may find it challenging to reach light switches, the ability to control lights via a smartphone app offers unparalleled convenience. Deako’s touch-sensitive controls and large buttons are particularly beneficial for individuals with motor impairments or arthritis, making everyday interactions with lighting more accessible.
Dexterity Issues
Individuals with dexterity issues will find Deako’s touch-sensitive controls exceptionally user-friendly. These controls require minimal effort to operate, which is ideal for people with limited hand strength or dexterity. Additionally, Deako’s programmable settings reduce the need for manual operation. Users can schedule their lights to turn on and off automatically, allowing them to maintain a well-lit environment without constant adjustments.
Visual Impairments
The integration of voice control and smart home systems significantly aids individuals with visual impairments. These features enable users to control their lighting through voice commands, eliminating the need to locate switches physically. Motion sensors are another critical feature, automatically turning lights on when movement is detected, thereby enhancing safety and convenience for visually impaired individuals.
Cognitive Disabilities
Cognitive disabilities affect an individual’s mental processes, including memory, problem-solving, attention, and comprehension. Conditions such as dementia, brain injuries and developmental delays fall under this category.
Memory Impairments
For those with memory impairments, Deako’s automated and programmable settings are invaluable. These features ensure that lights are turned on and off at specific times, reducing the need for individuals to remember to adjust their lighting. Deako’s user-friendly interface further simplifies the operation, making it easier for users to manage their environment without confusion.
Attention Deficits
Deako’s motion sensors are particularly beneficial for individuals with attention deficits. These sensors automatically turn off lights when no movement is detected, helping to prevent lights from being left on inadvertently. Voice control further reduces cognitive load by allowing users to manage their lights verbally, streamlining daily tasks and reducing distractions.
Developmental Disabilities
For individuals with developmental disabilities, Deako’s customizable settings offer tailored solutions that simplify the home environment. Remote control and voice integration provide multiple ways to manage lighting, making it easier for caregivers to assist and ensuring that lighting can be adjusted to meet individual needs.
The Cook family, dedicated to raising awareness about Angelman Syndrome, has embarked on a mission to educate others by traveling across the United States in their RV. Their son, Matthew was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome. After purchasing a D.R. Horton house, which comes with Deako’s lighting system, they reached out to our founder and CEO, who generously provided a 25-pack of specialty lighting switches. These switches have been incredibly helpful, creating a safer and more comfortable environment for Matthew to play and grow in. Our smart switches also give his parents the convenience of easily turning off all of the lights in their home from their phones at the end of a long day. Their RV, adorned with Deako’s logo, serves as a beacon of hope and education, showing how smart lighting can significantly benefit families.
Neurodivergence
Neurodivergence refers to variations in the brain that affect how individuals think, learn, and interact with others. Conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and dyslexia are examples of neurodivergence.
Routine and Predictability
Deako’s programmable settings are particularly advantageous for individuals with neurodivergence, such as autism or ADHD. These settings allow lights to follow a set schedule, creating a predictable environment that can reduce anxiety and stress. Automation minimizes the need for manual intervention, supporting consistent routines that benefit these individuals.
Sensory Sensitivities
Adjustable brightness is a key feature of Deako’s lighting solutions, allowing for precise control over light intensity. This is crucial for creating a comfortable environment for those sensitive to bright lights. Although Deako does not offer smart bulbs, integrating our switches with compatible bulbs that allow color temperature control can help reduce sensory overload by providing warmer or cooler light based on user preference.
Focus and Attention
Deako’s scene-setting capabilities enable users to program different lighting scenes for various activities, such as studying or relaxing. This feature is particularly useful for individuals with ADHD, helping them transition between tasks and maintain focus. Additionally, motion sensors can automatically turn off lights in empty rooms, reducing unnecessary distractions.
Sensitivity to Lights
Sensitivity to lights can significantly impact individuals with conditions such as migraines, epilepsy and photophobia. Managing light exposure is crucial to prevent triggering symptoms.
Customizable Lighting
For individuals with sensitivities to lights, Deako offers customizable lighting solutions that can be tailored to specific needs. Gentle dimming features prevent sudden changes in light intensity, which can trigger migraines or seizures. Dimmer features gradually increase or decrease light levels, providing a smoother lighting experience.
Control Over Light Exposure
Deako’s remote and voice control options are especially beneficial during episodes of heightened light sensitivity. Users can adjust their lighting without physical interaction with switches, which can be particularly helpful during migraine episodes. App integration ensures that lighting adjustments can be made from anywhere in the home, providing added convenience.
Adaptive Lighting
Smart home integration allows Deako’s lighting systems to create adaptive environments that respond to user preferences. With Deako you can dim lights in the evening to promote relaxation and reduce exposure to harsh lighting. Personalized settings enable users to save preferred lighting levels for different times of the day or activities, minimizing exposure to light levels that might trigger discomfort.
Short-term Disabilities
Short-term disabilities can result from surgeries, injuries or temporary conditions that impact an individual’s ability to function normally. These disabilities may last from a few days to several months.
Post-Surgery Recovery
During post-surgery recovery, Deako’s remote and voice control features provide significant convenience, reducing the need for physical effort to adjust lighting. Programmable settings help maintain a comfortable environment without the need for frequent manual adjustments.
Injury Recovery
For those recovering from injuries, Deako’s motion sensors offer enhanced safety by automatically illuminating spaces and preventing further injury from trips or falls in the dark. The touch control feature is easier to use for individuals with temporary loss of strength or mobility.
Safety and Independence
Safety and independence are crucial for individuals with disabilities, as they directly impact quality of life. Deako enhances safety and can help prevent accidents by ensuring well-lit environments. This empowers individuals to control their lighting independently, which fosters a sense of autonomy and boosts self-esteem. Deako’s flexible and customizable systems cater to the unique needs of each user, promoting a safe and independent living environment.
Enhanced Safety
Deako’s motion-activated lighting prevents accidents by ensuring that areas are well-lit when someone enters a room. This feature is particularly beneficial for individuals with mobility or visual impairments, enhancing overall safety in the home.
Promotes Independence
Deako empowers individuals to control their environment independently, which is crucial for their self-esteem and mental well-being. The flexible and customizable nature of Deako’s systems allows them to be tailored to meet the specific needs of each user, ensuring they can interact with their lighting system in the most convenient way.
Embracing Innovation for Better Living
As we reflect on the importance of accessibility and innovation in our homes, it’s clear that Deako’s smart lighting solutions offer unparalleled benefits for households with individuals facing both short-term and long-term disabilities. By embracing advanced technology, we can enhance safety, convenience, and independence for everyone. Discover how Deako’s smart lighting solutions can transform your home.
